Demelza

When she's not watching anime, reading manga or reviewing, Demelza can generally be found exploring some kind of fantasy world and chasing her dreams of being a hero.

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Manga Review

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Complete Four-Panel Comics Review

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Complete Four-Panel Comics deserves a place in every Fullmetal Alchemist fan’s collection. Containing hidden gems that are being released outside of Japan for the first time, this release is a treasure trove of content.

Demelza • 7th May 2019

Book Review

Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Japan Review

Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Japan is a compelling story showcasing the world's most iconic detective. Author Keisuke Matsuoka does the character great justice in this tale revolving around an unforgettable incident that readers will be engrossed in from start to finish.

Demelza • 5th May 2019

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 5 Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 5 is a compelling entry in this romantic fantasy series. Offering a fresh perspective on some of our favourite characters thanks to a shift in focus means this volume delivers a unique story the likes of which I hope we see more of in future.

Demelza • 2nd May 2019

Roundup

Spring 2019 Streaming – Anime UK News Writers Take A First Look

Spring 2019 Anime Season is underway...and the writers at Anime UK News have some recommendations! Do you agree with their choices? Read on...

AUKN Staff • 1st May 2019

Manga Review

O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 1

Overall, O Maidens in your Savage Season is off to a good start. Fans of Mari Okada’s work will find a lot to like here, as will those looking for a more realistic look at puberty and growing up.

Demelza • 19th April 2019

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Volume 1 Review

86 Volume 1 is a superb book which offers a thought-provoking, emotional read which proves incredibly difficult to put down. It’s a perfect start to what I hope will be a great series.

Demelza • 15th April 2019

Roundup

Winter 2019 Overview

Winter Season 2019 is over (already!?) and the Anime UK News writers return to recommend their stand-out series. Did we pick one of your favourites? Have we missed anything?

AUKN Staff • 11th April 2019

Anime Review

Pokémon: Partner Up with Pikachu! Review

Overall Pokémon: Partner Up with Pikachu! brings together some of Pikachu’s most meaningful adventures from the anime’s first season.

Demelza • 9th April 2019

Opinion

Fujino Omori and His Ever-Changing Adventures

Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? is a series with over twenty light novels to its name. Demelza investigates how author Fujino Omori keeps the series innovative and from falling into the trap of so many other series.

Demelza • 30th March 2019

Book Review

Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! Volume 1 Review

With a refreshing spin on some common tropes and a likeable cast, there’s a lot to enjoy in Welcome to Japan, Ms Elf!. Those of you looking for a new slice-of-life series set in Japan, with a side dish of fantasy, will certainly appreciate this book.

Demelza • 24th March 2019

Manga Review

Love in Focus Volume 1 Review

Love in Focus isn’t groundbreaking nor is it particularly compelling to read, but the characters are charming and intriguing enough to keep you turning the pages to see what's next.

Demelza • 15th March 2019

Book Review

5 Centimeters per Second – One More Side Review

5 Centimeters per Second - One More Side is a must-read for fans of the film. Although it can’t fix the many flaws 5 Centimeters per Second has, especially with its characters, it’s still a surprisingly engrossing read. The fresh perspective on the tale brings it to life in a whole new way.

Demelza • 13th March 2019

Manga Review

Record of Grancrest War Volume 2 Review

Record of Grancrest War continues to offer the compelling war story the first book promised. Although most of our time is spent on a single battle, the manga is well drawn and sets a high standard for future volumes to follow.

Demelza • 9th March 2019

Manga Review

We Never Learn Volume 2 Review

We Never Learn continues to be an entertaining romantic comedy. While this second volume is more episodic in nature compared to the previous one, this works in the series’ favour and offers a nice chance to spend time with all of the cast one-on-one.

Demelza • 8th March 2019

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 4 Review

Overall. Kokoro Connect continues to impress as a series and never falters. This volume is perhaps the most emotionally charged one yet and showcases a moment we’ve all been waiting for.

Demelza • 6th March 2019

Anime Review

Scum’s Wish Complete Collection Review

Scum’s Wish never puts a foot wrong in how it presents its story and characters. With a mature, in-depth look at love and lust, the series has much to show us. It’s thoughtful, emotional and incredibly insightful.

Demelza • 4th March 2019

Book Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, Not Fenrir! Volume 1 Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, not Fenrir! is a fun endeavour in the isekai genre. It’s not offering anything new but if you’re fond of canines and fantasy adventures, this might be an enjoyable read.

Demelza • 1st March 2019

Book Review

Koimonogatari Review

Koimonogatari is a compelling and satisfying end to the second season of Monogatari. With a fresh face narrating and so much at stake, this volume is a real page turner that you’ll be unable to put down.

Demelza • 28th February 2019

Site Announcement

Announcing the Anime UK News Readers’ Choice Awards 2018 Winners!

The votes are in! The top anime and manga of 2018 have been decided by fans, but did your favourite make it into the Anime UK News Readers Choice Awards 2018?

AUKN Staff • 22nd February 2019

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 4 Review

With a shift in structure and some solid character development, An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 4 successfully brings me back onboard.

Demelza • 21st February 2019